The Latest Breaking News from National Guard

Crime Is Down in D.C., but Trump's National Guard Deployment Probably Isn't the Cause

Crime has been dropping nationwide, a trend that started before Trump took office.

Reason · Oct 22

Mexico Fused Military, Naval and Financial Intelligence to Kill Its Most Wanted Drug Lord

Mexico's new intelligence fusion platform powered the Feb. 2026 killing of El Mencho and has since netted 46,400+ cartel arrests — here's how it works.

Latin Times · Oct 21

National Guard member is shot while breaking up a fight in Washington, suspect is hit in return fire

A National Guard member has been shot and injured while trying to break up a fight in the nation's capital

The Independent UK · Oct 19

Before a natural disaster, a governor’s order can free up the National Guard and medical help

Government officials in the United States can declare a state of emergency before severe weather events like hurricanes or floods strike an area

The Independent UK · Oct 7

Armed poll watchers: New Jersey’s 1981 racist voter intimidation campaign is a cautionary tale ahead of 2026 midterms

In the history of voter suppression in the United States, including attempts to stop Black and Latino people from voting, Republican tactics in the 1981 New Jersey gubernatorial race stand out.

The Conversation · Oct 7

Donald Trump says ‘let them take out Los Angeles, let them take out San Diego,’ leaves critics convinced he wants Iran to wipe out the cities

So much for keeping gas prices simple.

We Got This Covered · Oct 6

Mexico asks for evidence after US official says shots were fired at border personnel

The dispute comes amidst growing security cooperation between Mexico and the US

The Independent UK · Oct 6

Trump 'Mental Decline' Speculation Mounts After He Says Iran Can 'Take Out' San Diego at Recent Rally

Donald Trump's comments about Iran potentially attacking Los Angeles or San Diego at a Nebraska rally drew condemnation from Gavin Newsom and renewed online speculation about his health

International Business Times UK · Oct 6

Trump Administration Is Mobilising Secret Cyber Force for Midterm Elections, Political Analyst Warns

The Trump administration is directing military cyber and intelligence agencies to counter foreign threats to the 2026 elections, prompting debate over the extent of military involvement.

International Business Times UK · Oct 6

Mexico Deploys 500 Troops to U.S. Border While Sheinbaum Demands Evidence After Reported Gunfire

Mexico has deployed 500 Army and National Guard personnel to its border with Texas as part of a coordinated security operation with the United States, while President Claudia Sheinbaum is demanding evidence after U.S. officials reported that Coast Guard personnel came under fire from the Mexican side of the border.

Latin Times · Oct 5